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22 Resources to Help You Smack Writer’s Block in the Face
So here’s the deal. You’re a writer, right? And none of this “I’m an aspiring writer” or “I want to be a writer” nonsense. If you write, you’re a writer. In any case, if you’re a writer, you’re going to need some tools. I don’t pretend to be famous, …
How Long is the Ideal Blog Post?
Long enough to get the point across. . . . . . Alright, fine, I'll expand. First off, I'd like to ask why people think there is an "ideal amount of words" to write anything. Are you kidding me? There are only a couple of …
Could One Post Really Change Your Life?
Here's what I hate about the Internet. All over the place, our successful Internet role models are spouting things like "ONE SHARE COULD CHANGE YOUR LIFE!" The problem is, people (like me) hear "One post can change your life" and think it means …
What Writers Really Care About
It's not the hearts. It's not the "likes." It's not the spikes in stats on Wordpress. It's not the hollow pats on the back. It's not the fame. It's not the ability to say "I'm a writer" (although that's nice). It's not the windfall …
5 Things You Are Probably Afraid of As a Writer
Here's something people don't ask me now, but when I'm king of the Internet they will: "Todd! I have writer's block. How do I get out of it?" And this will be my answer: …
Where is Your Writer’s Block Coming From?
Blink. The cursor mocks you. Blink. Blink. You've been staring at this blank page for ten minutes wondering how to start. Blink. Blink. Blink. This has never been a problem before... Blink. Blink. Blink. Blink. You can't write. …
Journaling is Annoying. Here’s What I Do Instead
I know, I know. I've heard all the arguments for journaling. It's reflective. You learn about yourself. It keeps your life in perspective. But frankly, it just wasn't doing it for me. Whenever I write, I want to be moving toward something. …